Located along the banks of the Yarra and situated just 7kms from Melbourne’s CBD, the City of Stonnington covers a vibrant and diverse municipality including inner city Prahran, South Yarra, Windsor, and the leafy green suburbs of Armadale, Malvern and Toorak. Stonnington has an enviable record as an innovative and progressive Council, striving on making a positive difference to those in the municipality.

As a Sustainable Environment Officer you’ll provide specialist advice on environment and sustainability issues, particularly related to waste. Working within an innovative and collaborative Council, you’ll be responsible for the strategic planning, implementation, evaluation and reporting of waste-related projects and programs aligned with the strategic objectives and actions detailed in Council’s Sustainable Environment Strategy. This is a permanent part time position for 19 hours per week.

To strive in this position you’ll be passionate about sustainability and have demonstrated practical experience in resources and waste management. You’ll possess strong project and contract management skills and be a self-starter with demonstrated use of initiative and independence to innovate and explore continuous improvement opportunities, as well as plan and deliver high quality projects with autonomy. Additionally, you’ll have strong communication skills and the confidence to present to a range of audiences.

Join Stonnington today to make a difference and have a positive impact on your community! You’ll stay motivated with diverse and challenging projects to reduce waste sent to landfill and increase the recovery of valuable resources.

The City of Stonnington has a strong commitment to providing a culture where employee health, wellbeing and development are a priority. As well as regular learning and development opportunities, you’ll also have access to some fantastic benefits including participation in our award nominated Wellbeing Program with discounted gym and aquatic memberships, regular exercise programs, health and wellbeing events and more! Additionally you’ll have a work life balance, receive annual leave loading, priority access to Council-managed childcare facilities and maternal child health and immunisation services and work for an organisation with a dedicated Green Team.

Be part of Stonnington. Work that matters. People who make a difference.

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